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Chiranjeevi’s Next Film Shifts Directors After The Paradise’s Quiet Debut
Odela out, Buchi Babu in: Chiranjeevi’s next film shifts directors after The Paradise’s quiet debut
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Srikanth Odela
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Srikanth Odela (born December 14, 1990) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema. He began his film career as an assistant director under filmmaker Sukumar, working on features including *Nannaku Prematho...* (2016) and *Rangasthalam* (2018).
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Regional Cinema
Kayadu Lohar Shines in Nani's The Paradise
Kayadu Lohar, fresh off her role in Nani's action drama The Paradise, is riding high on buzz after a vibrant photo session with the iconic Bajaj Chetak. Her performance has become a standout in the film's mixed reception.
13 hours ago1 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Slows To A Crawl By Day 9, Still ₹30 Crore From Break-Even
The Paradise collected close to ₹1.69 crore by Day 9 afternoon, with trade trackers estimating the Nani-starrer still needs around ₹30 crore more to break even after its rapid opening-weekend slide.
1 day ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise Crosses ₹100 Crore But The Math Still Doesn't Add Up
The Paradise wrapped its extended opening week at ₹108.2 crore net, Tollywood's fourth-biggest of 2026, but the number looks thin against a reported ₹200 crore budget as growth stays flat.
1 day ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise Collects ₹3.30 Crore On Day 8, Growth Still Elusive
Nani's The Paradise collected ₹3.30 crore net on Day 8, down 2.9% from Day 7, as the action drama struggles to justify its reported ₹200 crore budget against steady but unspectacular collections.
1 day ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Wife Who Never Was: Mohan Babu Claims Srikanth Odela Broke a Promise
Mohan Babu says Srikanth Odela 'cheated' him over a deleted wife role in The Paradise
2 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Hits 150 Cr Worldwide in First Week
Nani’s latest film, The Paradise, has amassed over 150 crore globally in just seven days, becoming his biggest earner yet, though critics remain divided and some territories still lag behind.
3 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Nani Addresses The Paradise Backlash Just One Day Into Release
Nani broke his silence on the mixed response to The Paradise a day after release, thanking fans for showing up while acknowledging the criticism, a move some online called premature given the film had barely entered its second day.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Hits 100‑Crore Mark in India on Day Six
Nani’s latest film, The Paradise, entered the coveted 100‑crore club in India on its sixth day, pulling in Rs 100.1 crore net despite largely unfavourable critical response.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Srikanth Odela’s Next Move Remains Unclear After ‘The Paradise’
After ‘The Paradise’ drew mixed reactions, Srikanth Odela’s planned venture with Chiranjeevi appears shelved, while star Nani says no film is on the near horizon, leaving the director’s next steps uncertain.
5 days ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise’s Overseas Opening Stumbles After Strong Debut
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, pulled in about Rs 28 crore in its first four‑day overseas run, yet the momentum faded after a $2.3 million opening, leaving the film hovering near break‑even in its home market.
5 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Nets Record Hindi Weekend, Hits ₹7.2 Crore
Nani’s The Paradise earned ₹7.2 crore net in its first Hindi weekend, eclipsing the lifetime earnings of Dasara and HIT 3 in the North Indian market, while the film clocks ₹155 crore worldwide.
5 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Opens to Rs 155 Crore Worldwide in First Weekend
The Paradise wrapped its debut weekend with a Rs 155 crore worldwide haul, crossing $2 million in North America, yet audience response remained lukewarm, especially on Sunday.
5 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Nets 92.1 Crore in Four Days, Nani’s Biggest Domestic Hit
In its four‑day opening, The Paradise earned a net 92.1 crore in India, surpassing Nani’s previous record holder Dasara. The film’s hold despite poor reviews has sparked talk of a 100‑crore net milestone within days.
5 days ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise Splits Down The Middle At The Box Office
The Paradise opened big but word of mouth soured fast. Telangana is keeping distributors afloat while Andhra, other regions and even overseas numbers have slid, per Telugu360's weekend tracking.
5 days ago2 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Crosses Rs 136 Crore Worldwide In Three Days
Nani's The Paradise has grossed over Rs 136 crore worldwide in three days and crossed $2 million in North America, making it his highest-grossing release despite mixed reviews and a tepid word of mouth.
5 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's 'The Paradise' Crosses Rs 125 Crore Worldwide
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, vaulted past the Rs 125‑crore mark globally on day four, overtaking his 2025 hit HIT: The Third Case to become his biggest earner yet.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise races to ₹150 crore mark on day four
Day four sees The Paradise closing in on a ₹150 crore worldwide gross, with premium shows contributing over ₹14 crore and overseas markets adding another ₹30 crore to the tally.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani and Srikanth Odela Explain Misunderstood ‘Single‑Take Artist’ Line
Nani and director Srikanth Odela clarified that the ‘single‑take artist’ remark was intended as an ironic nod to Subbu’s hidden talent, a nuance lost after a key backstory was trimmed for runtime.
6 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
KTR Hails ‘The Paradise’ for Authentic Telangana Lens
KTR, flanked by senior MLAs, lauded ‘The Paradise’ for its natural depiction of Telangana’s land, language and fight against oppression, singling out director Srikanth Odela’s vision.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's 'The Paradise' Crosses ₹100 Crore Worldwide in Three Days
Nani’s latest venture, The Paradise, amassed over ₹100 crore globally within three days of release, posting a net of ₹76.40 crore domestically while critics and fans remain divided over its storytelling.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
KTR hails Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ as Telangana’s visual epic
During a special screening in Hyderabad, Telangana’s KTR applauded Nani’s ‘The Paradise’, calling it a vivid portrait of the state’s culture and a powerful statement against oppression.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Hits ₹136 Crore in Three Days, Eyes ₹150
Nani's The Paradise has crossed the ₹100‑crore milestone faster than any of his previous films, reaching ₹136 crore globally in three days, with strong day‑four sales hinting at a ₹150‑crore weekend.
6 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Nani's The Paradise Holds Steady With 252K Day 3 Tickets
The Paradise sold 252K tickets on BookMyShow on day three, nearly matching its day two numbers, even as reactions to the Nani-starrer stay largely divided and mostly negative.
6 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Sai Kiran Explains The Paradise's Post-Interval Bullet Twist
Sai Kiran has responded to backlash over his character's confusing return in Nani's The Paradise, saying clues to his survival were there all along, just overlooked by audiences.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nani Reveals ‘The Paradise’ Swings Mood From Night to Day
During a media interaction, Nani disclosed that each screening of ‘The Paradise’ experiences a dramatic shift in viewer reaction, moving from morning positivity to mixed feelings by night, a phenomenon he says he hasn’t seen before.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Mohan Babu Hails ‘The Paradise’ as His Deadliest Role Yet
At a Hyderabad press meet, Mohan Babu lauded producer Sudhakar’s budget discipline, hailed Srikanth Odela as a future top director, and called his ‘The Paradise’ role the deadliest in his 50‑year film journey.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
KTR Heads to Cinema for Nani’s ‘The Paradise’
KTR’s tweet about attending a screening of Nani’s The Paradise has ignited chatter, especially as the movie’s MLA character mirrors the chief minister, adding a political flavor to the box‑office buzz.
26 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Srikanth Odela thanks producer, discusses Nani spat on The Paradise
At the celebration for The Paradise, director Srikanth Odela praised producer Sudhakar Cherukuri, recalled a partnership that began before Covid, and confirmed that he and Nani had heated discussions during filming.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani Fires Back at Critics, Thanks Fans for The Paradise
Nani’s new film The Paradise opened with a Rs 75 crore worldwide haul, sparking mixed reviews. The star replied on social media, thanking fans and even enjoying the trolling, while pledging to learn from critics’ notes.
26 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Raghav Juyal Praises Nani as Mentor and Lifeline After ‘The Paradise’ Shoot
Raghav Juyal posted an emotional note for Nani, calling him a safe haven and crediting the veteran for shaping his film preferences and personal outlook while they worked together on the action drama The Paradise, which continues to draw audiences despite mixed reviews.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Celebrates Record‑Breaking Opening at Media Mulakat
At a multilingual press meet, producer Sudhakar Cherukuri and director Srikanth Odela hailed ‘The Paradise’ as a box‑office milestone, while Nani and veteran Mohan Babu praised each other’s work.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani Says He Owes Telugu Fans After ‘The Paradise’ Backlash
Nani, speaking after the film’s opening, expressed gratitude to Telugu viewers despite mixed reviews, while director Srikanth Odela revealed that Kayadu Lohar was the sole actress to accept the lead role after several rejections.
26 Sept 20262 min
Red Carpet
Raghav Juyal’s Instagram Tribute to Nani Sparks Warmth Amid ‘The Paradise’ Run
Raghav Juyal used Instagram on Saturday to thank co‑star Nani for his guidance, calling the Telugu star a ‘safe place’. The note arrived as Srikanth Odela’s ‘The Paradise’ posted a strong opening day, a dip on Friday and a cumulative net of over ₹61 crore.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Inches Toward ₹100 Crore Mark After Two Days
Two days into its run, The Paradise has gathered ₹98.16 crore worldwide, positioning it as Nani’s fifth global hundred‑crore grosser and the sixth Tollywood film of 2026 to breach the ₹100 crore club.
26 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
The Paradise Sheds 57% On Day Two, Still Nani's Fifth Biggest Ever
The Paradise fell 57% on day two after a shaky critical reception, yet its two-day haul of Rs 61.15 crore net makes it Nani's fifth highest-grossing film in India, trade tracking shows.
26 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Nani Says He Learnt From The Paradise's Harshest Reviews
Nani has responded to the mixed reviews for The Paradise, thanking audiences for their reactions and trolls while acknowledging the criticism around the film's writing and second half.
26 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
The Paradise Grosses $1.63 Million On Its US Opening Day
The Paradise pulled in $1.63 million on opening day in North America, Nani's biggest ever, while worldwide gross touched roughly ₹95 crore by day two despite mixed reviews and shaky overseas trends.
26 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
The Paradise Box Office Falls 57% A Day After Nani's Career-Best Opening
Nani's The Paradise crashed 57% on Day 2 after a record opening, per Sacnilk. Worldwide gross nears Rs 100 crore, but a reported Rs 200 crore-plus budget means the film still has ground to cover.
26 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Scores Biggest Hindi Opening Ever At Rs 2.25 Crore
The Paradise's Hindi version opened to Rs 2.25 crore net on day one, Nani's biggest Hindi start by far, though Koimoi reports negative word of mouth could cap its extended weekend run.
26 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Mandaadi Nears 100 Crore as The Paradise Stalls at Break‑Even
Mandaadi's second‑week earnings push it close to the coveted 100‑crore club, marking a first for the Soori‑led project, while The Paradise posts a strong opening day yet remains short of the revenue needed to cover its hefty budget.
25 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Smashes Global Box‑Office Records on Opening Day
Nani’s latest film ‘The Paradise’ opened to a staggering ₹88 crore worldwide, with overseas receipts topping $2.25 million. The actor thanked fans and acknowledged critics in a heartfelt post.
25 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Nani Acknowledges Mixed Reviews for The Paradise
After The Paradise opened to a record‑breaking Rs 88 crore day, Nani took to X to thank fans, note the trolling, and say he’s taking lessons from the critics’ feedback while letting viewers decide the film’s fate.
25 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's The Paradise Rockets to Rs 77 Crore on Opening Day
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, earned roughly Rs 77 crore worldwide on its first day, breaking his previous records even as critics panned the film, and it logged record‑breaking pre‑sale ticket numbers.
25 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Clocks Tollywood's Fourth-Best India Premiere
The Paradise raked in 11.6 crore net from 900 premiere shows across India, posting Tollywood's fourth-highest premiere collection ever and Nani's career-best start, even as word-of-mouth turns mixed.
25 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
The Paradise Doubles Nani's Previous Best Opening-Day Number
The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, opened to a worldwide Day 1 gross of Rs 76 crore per Track Tollywood, doubling Nani's previous best. Early Day 2 trends look steady as trade watches the hold.
25 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's The Paradise Opens With Record ₹34.65 Crore Day‑One
Nani's latest, The Paradise, clocked a ₹34.65 crore net opening across 9,732 Indian shows, with the Telugu version shouldering most of the earnings. Overseas collections topped ₹22 crore, pushing worldwide totals to nearly ₹77 crore on day one.
25 Sept 20262 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Rakes In Rs 88 Crore Worldwide On Day One
Nani's The Paradise crossed Rs 88 crore worldwide on its opening day, per figures shared by the makers, making it the actor's career-best start. Hindi and Tamil dubbed prints also found early footing.
25 Sept 20262 min